August 13, 2021 — 23:33 PM Have you ever not slept well and thought “it’ll be fine, I’ll just take a nap later?” Well, as sound as that logic might seem, studies have proved time and time again that you can’t really “make up for” missed sleep or sleep deprivation that quickly. Researchers recently investigated…
I spent four years in a tilt/recline wheelchair due to progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). Now, thanks to a diet and lifestyle program that I designed specifically for my brain, I am out of the wheelchair and back on my bike. My journey changed how I think about disease and health, how I practice medicine, and…
August 13, 2021 — 21:06 PM If you follow a keto diet, chances are you’re pretty familiar with MCT oil. But in case you need a refresher (for the non-keto eaters among us): MCT oil stands for medium-chain triglyceride oil, and it’s typically extracted from coconut oil, kernel oil, and dairy fats—like grass-fed butter or…
August 13, 2021 — 20:04 PM No matter the season, keeping my lips soft and supple is a constant struggle (frequent lip picker, here; anyone else?). And as those with a perennially dry pout know, a mere lip balm is not enough to prevent the chap. Do I have a trusted tube lurking in every…
August 13, 2021 — 16:20 PM I’ve heard many a middle-aged family member tell me their metabolism “just isn’t what it was in their 20s.” And while aging does usher in several changes, a new study published in the journal Science says changes in your energy expenditure (i.e., metabolism) may not happen as early as…
If you’re here, chances are you’re no stranger to toxic traits. You might be picturing someone right now, remembering something they’ve said or done recently. Toxic traits in a person generally show up whenever someone defies them, disagrees with them, or fails to show them the respect and humble obedience they believe they deserve. Everyone…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. August 13, 2021 — 14:31 PM We stress this here at mindbodygreen all of the time: Every single body is unique and has its own needs. Now this is especially…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. August 13, 2021 — 13:06 PM When you hear the term “free spirit,” what comes to mind? Maybe it’s a young, rebellious child, or a quirky but wise elder. Maybe…
August 13, 2021 — 12:04 PM There’s a lot that goes into getting a good night’s sleep, from lifestyle choices to environmental factors. And when it comes to setting yourself up for restorative rest, your bedside table should be your friend. We asked doctor of chiropractic and functional medicine expert Stacie Stephenson, D.C., CNS, what she…
August 13, 2021 — 11:06 AM What’s the secret to health? As a physician, I get this question, and other variations of it, every single day. As convenient as it would be to have the answer, there isn’t just one. This is because every person is unique, and therefore, the picture of “perfect” health for…
